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• Dates confirmed for the 2026 Lexus Ilkley Open

  While we’ve only just said goodbye to 2025, the team at Ilkley Lawn Tennis and Squash Club (ILTSC) are already well underway with planning Ilkley’s biggest week of the year, the Lexus Ilkley Open.

• One of the "Seven Wonders of the World" on our doorstep

  Ilkley Moor is one of the sites within The Bradford Pennine Gateway National Nature Reserve, which has been named as one of the “seven wonders of the world” for 2026 by a global travel magazine.

• Questions raised over Ilkley 20mph scheme validity

  A group of residents have raised concerns over the 20mph scheme implemented around Ilkley.

• Passenger Transport Services (PTS) will not operate tomorrow due to weather warnings

  Passenger Transport Services (PTS) will not operate tomorrow, Friday 9 January 2026, due to weather warnings issued for the area.

• Council launches major consultation on housing

  Have your say on the future of housing across Ilkley and the wider Bradford district.

• Appeal after stolen van in Ilkley

  Police are appealing for any information following the theft overnight of a Ford Transit van from Wellington Road in Ilkley.

• Storm Goretti: Yellow weather warning for snow in Ilkley

  A yellow weather warning for snow has been issued for Ilkley as Storm Goretti brings colder conditions across parts of the UK.

• Acquisition will enhance Ilkley based SmartSearch services

  Ilkley-based digital compliance specialist SmartSearch has completed the acquisition of Credas Technologies Ltd.

• New Cancer Support Group for Ilkley

  A new cancer support group is launching in Ilkley next week.

• Almost 200 Airedale Hospital workers to go on strike over pensions

  Essential staff at Airedale Hospital will take strike action in a fight for pension equality.

• Ilkley Colts stand out in new kit thanks to sponsors

  Ilkley Rugby Club's junior squad ‘Ilkley Colts’ now look the part in their new kit.

• New Ilkley English tutoring service helps students thrive

  An Ilkley-based qualified teacher and English specialist has launched a tutoring service to support students through the mental and emotional challenges of education.

• Changes to parking charges in Ilkley Town Centre

  Revised on-street parking charges will be introduced in Ilkley town centre from Monday 19 January 2026, following a public consultation.

• Retrospective "amphitheatre" plans by Burley Oaks

  A retrospective planning application to build a small “amphitheater” at a Burley-in-Wharfedale primary school has been submitted to Bradford Council.

• When the weather turns, turn to Your Ilkley

  With snow in the forecast this week, Your Ilkley Radio is reminding listeners that it’s the place to turn when the weather starts to cause disruption across Ilkley.

• Entries to 2026 Ilkley Business Awards close on Friday

  The Ilkley Business Awards committee is reminding businesses that the deadline for entries to the prestigious 2026 event is this Friday, 9th January.

• Help to navigating NHS and healthcare apps

  Ilkley Library is running a hands-on support session for Ilkley residents struggling with the NHS app and online services.

• Bus service diversions due to road closure near Bolton Abbey

  Bus services in mid-Wharfedale will be diverted until 6th February, due to the closure of the B6160 road at The Scale near Strid Wood Tearooms for bridge repair work by North Yorkshire Council.

• Outside the Box joins Tinker Gallery for Printastic

  The Outside the Box Print Group has teamed up with the Tinker Gallery to showcase the fantastic talents and brilliant work created by Group members.

• Brand new local voucher platform set to launch next month

  From spa days to family activities, a brand new website is making it easier to enjoy the best experiences right on your doorstep.